As part of the operation, 60 suspected drug distribution points and areas known for prostitution were identified using citizen tips and intelligence gathering. Investigators then identified individuals suspected of dealing in illegal narcotics or prostitution, spokeswoman Nona Simmons said.

After lengthy undercover operations and street sweeps through the identified areas, 12 drug-related arrests were made, as well as eight prostitution arrests. In addition, the names of 20 suspected drug-related cases are being forwarded to the Mobile County District Attorney's Office for investigation, Simmons said. Numerous arrests are pending, she said.

The arrests resulted in the seizure of marijuana, cocaine, crack cocaine and Ecstasy.
- Posted at 11:07 a.m.